Fast Facts In The News Awards & Accolades Press Gallery Fast Facts Facts and Information about Washington Duke Inn The Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is situated among the rolling hills of the Duke Forest on the campus of Duke University. The Inn has been touted as Durham's finest hotel since its opening in 1988. Located in the Research Triangle region, the Inn is two miles from vibrant downtown Durham and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The championship Duke University Golf Club, which shares the property with the Inn, is the only Robert Trent Jones-designed golf course in the region. Known for exceptional service and luxurious accommodations, the Inn is the recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award for 15 consecutive years. The Fairview Dining Room is one of two restaurants in North Carolina to receive the AAA Four Diamond Award and the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award (since 2000 and 2014 respectively). The Inn features 271 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites. Our Executive Conference Center offers over 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, accommodating groups from 20 to 600. The Inn is owned by Duke University and managed by WDI Hospitality, LLC. Specials Book Early Special Planning ahead for a visit to the area? Bed & Breakfast Delight The perfect way to start your day. Duke Golf Package Play at the Duke University Golf Club. Third Night Free Stay three nights and the third night is free NC Resident Rate Welcome, all North Carolinians!